Protein Source and Muscle Health in Older Adults: A Literature Review
Research shows that higher dietary protein of up to 1.2 g/kg<sub>bodyweight</sub>/day may help prevent sarcopenia and maintain musculoskeletal health in older individuals. Achieving higher daily dietary protein levels is challenging, particularly for older adults with declining appetites...
Main Authors: | Christianto Putra, Nicolai Konow, Matthew Gage, Catherine G. York, Kelsey M. Mangano |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-02-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/3/743 |
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